RMF Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RMF Foundation is a private foundation in Beaverton, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.7 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$53.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 14 | $48.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 21 | $53.7 million |
How to apply
RMF Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What RMF Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 19 | $1.3 million |
| Washington | 1 | $300,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | Cancer vaccine research - clinical trials and elispot analysis machine | $300,000 |
| Oregon Food Bank | Supporting equitable food systems | $250,000 |
| Providence Portland Medical Foundation | Advancing ai technology research | $200,000 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Foundation | Support for menopause medical director | $105,000 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Foundation | Purchase software for contrast enhanced mammography (cem) biopsy capability | $102,938 |
| De la Salle North Catholic High School | General operating funds | $100,000 |
| Neighborhood House | Growing our village campaign | $100,000 |
| Portland Art Museum | General museum fund | $100,000 |
| Charitable Partnership Fund | Homeless strategy and solutions initiatives - sources and uses analysis project | $75,000 |
| Coach Art | General operating funds | $50,000 |
| The Library Foundation | Every child initiative & summer reading program | $50,000 |
| Portland Art Museum | African fashion exhibit | $45,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Columbia Willamette Inc | General operating funds | $40,000 |
| Friends of Trees | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Michelle's Love | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| My Voice Music | General operating funds | $25,000 |
| Portland Art Museum | Exhibition series | $25,000 |
| Providence Portland Medical Foundation | Cooler heads program general fund | $24,000 |
| Victory Academy | General operating funds | $20,000 |
| Solve | Detrash portland program | $15,000 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Foundation | The menopause society support | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Finley
- Mary Finley
- David E Grein
Questions people ask
Does RMF Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RMF Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs RMF Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ryan Finley (President & Director), Mary Finley (Secretary & Director) and David E Grein (Director).
What does RMF Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.